Quantum Computing Graduate Certificate

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12-Credits

Fully-Online

Flexible Schedule

Overview

If you are a STEM professional or recent grad, the URI Quantum Computing Graduate Certificate can take you and your career into the future. URI’s unique 4-course, 12-credit quantum computing program offers you grounding in quantum information science and a gateway into the quantum industry workforce.

Certificate graduates will gain a foundational understanding of quantum computing, the practical knowledge to apply and design quantum algorithms, and a fundamental understanding of more general aspects of quantum sensing, teleportation, cryptography, circuitry, and communications.

Courses

PHY 571: Math Methods for Quantum Computing
PHY 572: 
Quantum Foundations
PHY 573: 
Introduction to Quantum Computing
PHY 574: 
Advanced Quantum Computing

Tuition per credit based on 2024/2025 academic year rates (subject to change): $887

Admissions

  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • College transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume/CV
  • Personal StatementDescription of interest in the program
  • Relevant academic and/or work experience

Fall 2024 Dates

7/30Application Deadline
9/3Classes Begin

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Partnership with IBM

URI and IBM have partnered to allow URI members direct access to IBM’s most advance quantum computers, which will allow for expanded experiential learning opportunities.

Career Opportunities

Advance your career with URI Online.

Earning a Quantum Computing Graduate Certificate opens doors to cutting-edge career opportunities in technology and research. With this credential, you can pursue roles in quantum software development, quantum algorithm design, and quantum hardware engineering. It positions you at the forefront of innovation, making you a valuable asset in academia, industry, and government sectors.

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Quantum Computing Specialist

Provides expert advice to businesses and organizations on integrating quantum computing technologies into their operations and assists in identifying potential use cases and developing strategies for quantum adoption.

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Quantum Software Developer

Designs, develops, and optimizes software applications and algorithms that run on quantum computers. Responsibilities also includes collaboration with research scientists to translate theoretical models into practical solutions.

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Quantum Algorithm Researcher

Conducts research on new quantum algorithms, improve existing ones, and publishes findings in scientific journals. Responsibilities also includes working on solving complex computational problems using quantum computing principles.


"The past 28 weeks of the course has been a fantastic experience in terms of getting the most important aspects of all the introductory aspects of quantum computing. 

With this course, on a technical side the most important aspect that I have become more comfortable and appreciative is, the idea of superposition, entanglement and interference and how these quantum mechanical phenomena is taken advantage to get used in computation. Another key aspect that am appreciative of is, the overall design pattern of a quantum algorithm, like working with phases, thinking about reversibility etc."

Quote from URI Online alumnus Ramkumar Ganapathy
"My understanding was based out of popular documentaries and videos I had seen...This program has equipped me with lot of tools and provided clarity into the subject. It has helped me build a visual picture of quantum state.

I am so happy that I took this journey and the last 8-9 months have been pure learning."

Quote from URI Online alumnus Sundeep Kohli

Professor Leonard M. Kahn

Chair, URI Department of Physics

Quantum computing, while still in its infancy, is rapidly developing and spurring a revolution in the way complex problems can be solved. The economic and societal benefits will be substantial.

A student completing our certificate program will have both a foundational understanding as well as the practical knowledge to apply and design quantum algorithms. In addition, with the embedded project that is threaded through the courses, the student will have a fundamental understanding of more general aspects of quantum sensing, teleportation, cryptography, circuitry and communication.

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"This course has shaped my opinion on the future of quantum computing...

...I really appreciated this learning experience. I feel that this program has given me an excellent introduction to this emerging field and I’m excited to learn more! Working with you all over the past year has been fantastic. Thank you to all!"

Quote from URI Online alumnus Brendan Barry
"While studying in this course, I came to a better appreciation for some of the less widely discussed qubit modalities such as photonic, spin (silicon) and neutral atom.

 I also came to a better understanding around how error correction and mitigation are applied to quantum computing hardware."

Quote from URI Online Alumna Olivia Amici

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